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Resetting the Service Light on a Volkswagen Golf Mk V

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf 5, MK 5, Golf V - Years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Part: Service warning light

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When it’s time to change the oil on a Volkswagen Golf Mk V, a spanner icon appears on the dashboard. Once the operation is complete, you need to reset the warning system.

While seated in the driver's seat, press and hold the button marked "0.0" located to the right of the instrument cluster, turn the ignition key to position one, after about ten seconds, release the button and press the "min" button on the left side of the cluster for about ten seconds, then turn off the ignition to complete the reset.


Updated on 26 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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